Workshops
- Discover@MU Interface, Sep. 3
- Library Resources for Grad Students, Sep. 3 and 11
- AI Research Tools, Sep. 4 and 15
- Library Research Essentials, Sep. 9 and 24
- VuFind, Sep. 8
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Staff news
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In the News
“Mizzou makes getting involved easy–and fun”
Show Me Mizzou, August 26, 2025
Goodbye to Gabe Harman
Gabe has accepted a new position at Loyola University Chicago (LUC), and we’re excited for him as he begins this next chapter. We are grateful for Gabe’s many contributions as Journalism Librarian and as Interim Head of the Journalism Library since November 2024.
Gabe’s last day with us will be September 16. We are working to ensure coverage for the Journalism Library until Jennilyn Wiley’s arrival, expected on or around November 1.
“Life is Cooler by the Lake” is a popular LUC slogan—and it can be quite literal from January through April! Buy yourself a warm coat, Gabe!
–Jeannette Pierce
May to Present at Amigos Conference
Amanda May will be presenting at the Libraries Cultivating Community Conference on September 10. Click here for the complete conference schedule.
Taking A “Paws”– Kitten Cuddle Puddle with Barnie’s Place Feline Rescue
With over 3,400 students, the University of Missouri College of Engineering is a high-pressure academic environment. To support student well-being, the Engineering Library and Technology Commons (ELTC)—a key resource hub—hosts the Kitten Cuddle Puddle, a Finals Week event in partnership with Barnie’s Place Feline Rescue. Students interact with adoptable cats in a calming space designed to reduce stress and encourage self-care.
This event is one of several ELTC outreach efforts, including the Shamrock Tea, Welcome Cookout, and library programming such as book bedazzling and paper crafts, all aimed at building community and supporting student success. The presentation will cover the evolution of these initiatives, lessons learned, and considerations for forming meaningful partnerships. Attendees will also enjoy photos and stories from past events that highlight the impact of wellness-focused programming.
9/11 Day National Day of Service Project
The Office of Student Engagement & Leadership is hosting a day of service project on Sept. 10th from 10am-1pm
The 9/11 Day National Day of Service service project will give you the opportunity to help assemble hundreds of food packs and hygiene packs for local community. This event will be hosted on September 10th in the first floor of the MU Student Center.
Would You Like MULSA to Celebrate Your Birthday?
For those who don’t know what MULSA is, MULSA is the MU LIbraries Staff Association. One of the positions is the courtesy chair and the chair often coordinates well wishes for employees going through life events like weddings, babies, hospitilizations, etc. If you or another of your coworkers is going through a life event, you can send me an email at meadowcroftt@missouri.edu
Another one of my duties as MULSA chair is to send well wishes on employee birthdays. This is entirely voluantary. If you’d like, please fill out this completely voluntary form by Sept. 30th.
https://missouri.libwizard.com/f/Mizzou_Libraries_Birthdays
If you birthday happens between now and 9/30, send me an email.
Highlighted Posts of the Week
Congratulations to Gayle Mooney
The Libraries are pleased to announce that Gayle Mooney’s position has been reclassified to Business Support Specialist I, effective August 31, 2025. She will join the new Administrative & Fiscal Support Unit in Library Administration, reporting to Kathy Peters. Her colleagues will be Nicole Whyte, Executive Assistant to the Vice Provost for Libraries, and the new Office Support Associate, which is currently vacant. Together, they will provide high-level administrative, financial and event coordination support for the Mizzou Libraries. Congratulations, Gayle!
In the News
“A freshman’s guide to making Mizzou home”
Show Me Mizzou, August 18, 2025